GC Foreman/Forewoman - Jobs in Edmonton, AB

Job Description

CHANGING SKYLINES, BUILDING FUTURESDo you want to be a part of a close-knit, family-run organization where management appreciates and recognizes your hard work and values your input If you are ready for a financially rewarding yet challenging position that promotes personal and professional growth, keep reading!Pagnotta Inc. is a mid-sized, full-service provider of concrete, construction and tower crane and hoist services with job sites located throughout Western Canada.We are dedicated to providing value-added construction services to our customers by creating a successful partnership with them throughout the construction process. To learn more, visit www.pagnotta.ca or click here to view a short video about our company culture and values.We are currently recruiting a Construction Foreman/Forewoman to assist our Construction division with fast-paced, challenging general contracting projects (multi-storey, mixed-use, commercial and institutional) that are shaping the Edmonton Skyline! The Foreman will report to the Site Superintendent. Wage

• $37.00 - $40.00 per hour depending on experience, negotiable
• $30 bi-weekly cell allowance

Benefits

• Employer-paid health, dental and vision benefits for you and your family
• Life insurance
• Travel insurance
• RRSP matching up to 4% of regular earnings
• Year-round, full-time work
• Opportunities for advancement - wage increases and promotions regularly extended to those who take initiative, work hard, and take pride in producing quality work

Duties/Responsibilities

• Read drawings and accurately interpret and complete calculations
• Planning and sequencing of tasks and methods
• Operate laser level confidently and complete basic layout tasks/checks
• Leveling, squaring, ensuring plumb, stability and strength of structures
• Familiar with framing and building envelope systems
• Work accurately and economically
• Follow carpenter trade guidelines and regulations including provincial building codes
• Clearly communicate with superintendents, foremen, lead hands and team members
• Plan and build temporary hoardings
• Assist with planning, sequencing, and scheduling work among subtrades
• QC/QA checks and subtrade supervision
• Material take-offs and ordering/receiving materials
• Coordinate tasks according to priorities and plans
• Produce schedules and monitor attendance of crew
• Allocate general and daily responsibilities
• Supervise and train workers and tradespeople
• Ensure manpower and resources are adequate
• Guarantee all safety precautions and quality standards are
• Resolve problems when they arise
• Report on progress to managers
• Assist and mentor staff
• Complete time sheets

Working Conditions

• Long term, steady, year-round work
• Overtime for those who want it
• Two paid 15 minutes breaks and one ½ hour unpaid lunch break per day
• Working at heights

Competencies

• Ability to work well in a team and independently
• Positive attitude towards safety
• Punctual and reliable
• Self-motivated
• Willing to learn
• Manual dexterity, mechanically inclined, physically fit
• Proven experience as construction foreman
• In-depth knowledge of construction procedures, equipment, and OH amp;S guidelines
• Ability to read drawings, plans and blueprints
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Ability to communicate and report effectively
• Aptitude in math
• Problem-solving abilities
• Familiarity with safe work procedures, safety regulations, valid first aid ticket an asset
• Computer skills (excel, word, outlook) considered an asset

Requirements

• High-rise construction experience would be considered an asset
• Fall Protection ticket considered an asset (we can provide)
• WHMIS 2015 required (we can provide)
• Journeyman trade ticket considered an asset (electrician, carpenter, etc.)

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